Train Like A Legend: The Original Nautilus Machines at Le Coach Fitness
If you’ve ever trained on original Nautilus machines, you know the difference. Built in the golden era of bodybuilding and engineered for serious results, these generation one chain driven beasts are raw, rare and ridiculously effective.
And at Le Coach Fitness, we’ve got 10 of them.
What Are Nautilus Gen 1 Machines?
Unlike modern cable designs, these Nautilus gym machines use actual chains to generate resistance. This gives every rep a more direct feel, with consistent tension and that satisfying gritty clank.
Designed by Nautilus founder Arthur Jones, they are built around smart biomechanics. Meaning each machine follows your body’s natural strength curve for safer, stronger contractions.
Why Serious Lifters Still Use Original Nautilus Equipment
These Nautilus weight machines don’t rely on flashy screens or gimmicks. Just pure mechanics, steel frames and some of the most effective resistance profiles in gym history. They were built to last and to train hard.
So it’s no wonder they’ve been trusted by top athletes and bodybuilding legends for decades.
Le Coach Nautilus Weight Machines Line Up
Here at Le Coach Fitness we’re proud to house one of the most complete first generation collections of Nautilus machines in the UK. What’s more, we’re constantly sourcing new ones from around the world, restoring them to their former glory and adding to the line up.
Here’s what you’ll currently find on our gym floor:
10 Degree Pec Fly - Mid pec tension at just the right angle
40 Degree Pec Fly - Upper chest isolation with serious stretch
Rear Delt Fly - Rear shoulder precision and posture builder
Flat Chest Press - Heavy pressing but with clean movement
Pullover - Lat activation like no other
Triceps Extension - Locked in, joint friendly power
Ab Crunch - Real core work through controlled spinal flexion
Leg Extension - A quad burner with chain loaded kick
Lower Back Extension - Strengthens spinal stability and control
Adductor - Inner thigh machine that hits what others miss
Try Nautilus Fitness Machines In Cambridge
Whether you’re a competitive bodybuilder or just someone who appreciates quality kit, training on Nautilus Gen 1 machines is a gym experience you do not want to miss.
Grab your £5 discounted day pass here & come try them out at Le Coach Fitness, Cambridge.